On June 28, 2009, MARC, Inc. of Manchester held their 2nd Annual Ride For Independence Poker Run raising over $2,408.50 for people with disabilities. The event sponsors were Gengras Motorcycles and Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC.

The ride began in East Hartford at Gengras Motorcycles then winded through the streets of Connecticut stopping at Connecticut Trailers, Charlie Brown Campground, JT's Fly Shop and then ended at Sun Valley Beach Club, Inc. in Stafford Springs where everyone enjoyed a cookout. The band, “Arizona Maid" entertained the crowd. Stay tuned for the announcement of next year's date.

THANK YOU to all the participants, sponsors and volunteers for making this day a success!